EZset tool presetting machines use an advanced vision system and image-processing software to measure cutting tools to meet accurate machining needs. Manufacturing organizations gain a rise in final-part quality and process efficiency, including extended tool life. Four models are available with a variety of measurement ranges and image-processing variations: ICbasic, IC1, IC2, and IC3. www.ezset.info/home; www.hispeedcorp.com

CNC Software’s 250,000th installation of Mastercam

CNC Software Inc.’s Mastercam software has become the first CAD/CAM software to reach 250,000 installations worldwide. The 250,000th seat was purchased by Roding Automobile GmbH, a division of Stangl & Co. GmbH Prezisionstechnik, a precision manufacturing company in Germany. www.stangl-kulzer.de/home-enwww.mastercam.comIMTS 2018 Booth #133340

Tsugami/Rem Sales’ 40th anniversary

Since the start of the Tsugami/Rem Sales partnership in 1978, Rem Sales has been the exclusive source for Precision Tsugami CNC machine tools across North America. Headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, Tsugami/Rem Sales, a division of Morris Group Inc., provides machine tools and engineering expertise through distributors and two technical centers in Fullerton, California; and Roselle, Illinois.

Tsugami/Rem Sales and Morris Group Inc. offer solutions such as the whirling unit for thread cutting and the Tsugami LaserSwiss machine line.

Rem Sales is celebrating its 40th year with Tsugami by adding to its engineering and project management staff – Swiss and universal product managers – adding new machine offerings to the market such as the Tsugami M08J, and integrating new technology options to Swiss-type machines including the MachineMetrics Remote Health platform for customer support and service. www.remsales.comIMTS 2018 Booth #339410

In memoriam: John “Jack” Ross Schirra

John “Jack” Ross Schirra, a longtime sales associate for GIE Media’s Aerospace Manufacturing and Design, Today’s Medical Developments, and Today’s Motor Vehicles, died earlier this year, following a prolonged illness. He was 81.

After graduating from high school in Baldwin, Pennsylvania, in 1955, Schirra applied his drafting and engineering skills to the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, producer of the first nuclear-powered submarine. In 1962, then 25-year-old Schirra began selling advertising for the Pittsburgh Yellow Pages, starting a 55-year career in publishing. Working mostly for industrial publications, he was executive vice president and group publisher of PennWell Publishing Co.’s oil and gas magazines.

Following his retirement from Pennwell, he started his own publication in 2003. He later joined GIE Media as a regional director, working for longtime friend and then-group publisher Joe DiFranco, representing GIE industrial magazines throughout the West. GIE Manufacturing Group Publisher Mike DiFranco, Joe’s son, said of Schirra, “He will be greatly missed as he was not only a valuable member of our team but also a longtime friend of my dad’s and someone I looked up to for years.”

Jack is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ellie Schirra, two children, and six grandchildren.

GF Machining Solutions expands distributorship

GF Machining Solutions has named Applied Machine Solutions Inc. (AMSI) its exclusive distributor and representative in Georgia and Alabama as of June 1, 2018 – expanding ASMI’s current territory of Florida.

This partnership with AMSI brings a wealth of industry experience, along with a large support team in the field and from its Ball Ground, Georgia, administrative office and show room. AMSI also has locally based equipment, tooling and consumables staff in coverage areas and continues to expand its service and support throughout the Southeast.

Industry appointments

Index Corp. has hired three employees to its North American team. Jim May joined the company’s senior leadership team as marketing manager and will be replacing Gary Jones, who plans to retire in early 2019. Rachael Davenport joined as an application engineer, and Josh Julian joined as a project coordinator. www.indextraub.comIMTS 2018 Booth #338136

Giovanni Zunino has been appointed president of Prima Power Laserdyne, succeeding Terry VanderWert who retired.

Prima Power Division CEO Ezzio Basso says, “Mr. Zunino will continue Prima Power Laserdyne’s track record of strong global growth. He brings an extensive and successful career track record to the company that will ensure our technology position continues to grow in both domestic and international markets.”

During his 20-year career, Zunino held positions in platform management, program management, sales and marketing, proposal management, purchasing, and general management in the U.S., Italy, and France. www.primapowerlaserdyne.comIMTS 2018 Booth #236756

Methods Machine Tools Inc. has appointed company President Jerry Rex as president and CEO. Also, Dale Hedberg has been promoted to vice president of operations. Hedberg will be responsible for all of Methods’ operations including production, shipping/receiving, inside sales, trade shows, and continuous improvement. www.methodsmachine.comIMTS 2018 Booth #339119